AK-74 — specifications, caliber, stats, review, photos | WeaponAtlas
The AK-74 is a Soviet assault rifle chambered in 5.45x39mm, introduced in 1974. The base model uses a gas-operated long-stroke piston system with a rotating bolt, a 415 mm barrel, and a 30-round magazine.
| Manufacturer | Kalashnikov Concern |
|---|---|
| Year introduced | 1974 |
| Caliber | 5.45×39 |
| Weight (unloaded) | 3.070 kg |
| Length | 943 mm |
| Barrel length | 415 mm |
| Magazine capacity | 30 rounds |
| Rate of fire | 800 rpm |
| Muzzle velocity | 820 m/s |
| Effective range | 400 m |